After completing my inquiry project, I am quite scared for the future that I will have in music education. Music education is my passion and I could never give it up. But, it seems finding a job as a public school teacher might becoming harder and harder as budget cuts and No Child Left Behind takes its toll on Music Programs. Reading about how present music teachers are discussing ways of trying to save their music programs with each other makes me wonder where a new teacher walking into the world of music education stands.
I always thought education was a safe bet, and I would not have to result to just being a poor performer. As I did my researcher, I realized that getting the job I want in music education that pays well will be extremely competitive never mind getting a job in the first place. It also pains me to know that many students will not benefit from music being a part of their music education as I did. I know that having music as an important part of my education really has disciplined me and made me appreciate the cultures around me. As a college student, I have more appreciation every day for music in my life, and I continue to develop my skills in everything I do because of it.
I do not believe I would be as cultured as I am today if I did not have music as a major part of my education. I know that I would have chosen a career in the sciences and maybe listened to music on the radio. I do not think I would be as involved in my community or church as much as I am. I really believe that my involvement in music has not only given me an appreciation for all kinds of arts, but I believe it has given me a well-rounded and continuing education.
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